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    Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about Bibi ka Maqbara at Aurangabad?
    Question

    Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about Bibi ka Maqbara at Aurangabad?

    A.

    It was built by Mughal prince Azam Shah.

    B.

    It is an imitation of the Taj Mahal due to its similar designs.

    C.

    It is the burial place of Aurangzeb’s wife, Rabia-ud-Durrani.

    D.

    It is built completely with marble.

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is: (d) It is built completely with marble
    Explanation:
    · Bibi ka Maqbara is not built completely with marble; it uses marble only in the dome while the rest is plastered with lime.
    · It was constructed by Azam Shah, son of Aurangzeb, in 1660, in memory of his mother Dilras Banu Begum, known as Rabia-ud-Durrani.
    · Its architecture is inspired by the Taj Mahal, leading to its nickname "Taj of the Deccan".
    Information Booster:
    · Bibi ka Maqbara is located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
    · Designed by architect Ata-ullah, son of Ustad Ahmad Lahauri.
    · It showcases Mughal architectural features like minarets, a garden layout, and symmetry.
    · Aurangzeb is known for his minimal spending on architecture; this is among the few grand structures from his era.
    · The tomb lies on a raised platform with four minarets at the corners.
    · Managed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

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